Pearl River & Baiyun Mountain

The Pearl River is 2124 kilometers long and it is the largest river in Guangzhou and the third largest river in China. In its course running across Guangzhou, there is a huge stone island standing in the way of flowing water. The island has been washed by the river water for thousands of years and polished to resemble a big shiny pearl. And it is called “the pearl stone in the sea” by the local. Therefore, the river where the “pearl stone” positioned is called the Pearl River. more about Pearl River

Baiyun Mountain refers to the mountain range located 7.5 km north of Guangzhou and made up of 30-odd peaks, with an area of 28 sq. meters. The highest peak, Moxing Ridge (Star-scrapping Ridge) stands in the center of Baiyun Mountain, measuring 382 meters in height, also called 'the First Peak under the Southern Sky'. more about Baiyun Mountain

Source: www.lifeofguangzhou.com

Editor: Shanna Chu